Peppercorn Sauce For Steaks

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   1/4 cup chopped shallots (you can use regular white onions)

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   1 cup whipping cream

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   3 Tbs. cognac or brandy (you can use red wine)

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   2 Tbs. drained green peppercorns in brine

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   Boil stock in small saucepan till reduced to 3/4 cup, about 7 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, melt butter in large skillet over medium high heat.

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   Season steaks with salt & pepper.

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   Cook steaks to desired doneness (about 4 minutes per side for medium rare)

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   Transfer steaks to plate (do not clean skillet).

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    Add chopped shallots/onions to skillet and saute 3 minutes.

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    Remove from heat. Add reduced beef stock, 1 cup whipping cream, 3 Tbs. cognac and green peppercorns. Boil till mixture thickens to sauce consistency, about 6 minutes. Season sauce to taste with pepper.

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    Spoon sauce over steaks and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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